The Modern Office

While there are many benefits associated with remote work, there are certain tasks and activities that can't be easily replicated in a virtual environment. Team collaboration, brainstorming, and culture-building are better suited for in-person settings, where team members can work side-by-side and connect in real time. As organizations transition to hybrid work arrangements, business leaders and HR professionals will need to assess how and when in-person work will be conducted and what the expectations will be for managing job tasks and responsibilities in a hybrid environment. This course examines how the modern office has been reshaped and explores the activities best suited for in-person settings, and addresses topics such as employee health and safety and workspace design. Learning Outcomes Identify the appropriate action steps for leading an organization's transition between in-person, hybrid, and remote work settings Consider how work environments affect productivity Implement successful approaches for setting and monitoring work expectations and goals Explain the relationship between business goals and workplace design List potential flexible work arrangements best suited for different roles within an organization Apply strategies for improving employee retention in the modern office Explain strategies for building and maintaining a positive workplace culture Identify strategies for designing and communicating workplace policies Use effective communication to promote employee health and safety Describe the role of HR in creating and maintaining a safe working environment